Islamist group

An Islamist group has terrorized Mozambique's northern Cabo Delgado province for nearly a decade. Despite the region's natural resources like rubies, timber, and natural gas, it remains the poorest in the country, with exploitation, corruption, and alleged security force abuses fueling the insurgency.

An Islamist group has intensified a blockade on the capital of Mali, following the assassination of the country's defense minister in a series of nationwide attacks.

An Islamist group has tightened a blockade on Mali's capital following the assassination of the country's defense minister in nationwide attacks. The blockade and attacks highlight escalating security threats in the region.